This course covers the following topics: definition of anatomy and physiology; reproductive system; characteristics and maintenance of life; organisation of the human body; cells, tissues and cellular metabolism; skin and integumentary systems; support and movement of the human body; skeletal system; muscular system; understanding of the basic pathological disease process; integration and co-ordination; nervous system; endocrine system; special and somatic senses; processing and transporting systems; digestive system; respiratory system; cardiovascular system and lymphatic system.